Through a blend of hands-on consulting, leadership development, and cultural immersion, graduate students gain the skills and perspective needed to create meaningful impact.

At the core of the program are hands-on consulting projects with social enterprises and NGOs. Working in small, diverse teams, students collaborate directly with partner organizations to co-create solutions to real strategic challenges. Throughout the engagement, participants take part in academic sessions that introduce practical consulting tools, methodologies, and frameworks, enabling them to deliver thoughtful, effective, and sustainable outcomes.

A key pillar of NexGen is cultural immersion. Students live and learn in Peru, South Africa, or Spain, exploring the country’s history, traditions, and social context. This immersive approach deepens their understanding of the communities they serve and fosters empathy, humility, and stronger relationships with their clients. It is through this combination of cultural learning and professional work that participants build the mindset to lead with global awareness and purpose.

NexGen is neither a traditional internship nor a volunteer placement. It offers a distinctive, high-impact experience where students contribute meaningfully to mission-driven organizations while developing their leadership identity in a supportive, collaborative cohort environment. Participants leave with enhanced consulting capabilities, a more nuanced global perspective, and a renewed commitment to driving positive social change.